Yara's Crop Nutrition podcast

Circular Agriculture: A Sustainable Future for Farming

04 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this podcast episode, Dr. Isaac Mpanga discuss circular agriculture and its role in sustainability and resource efficiency within modern farming. I...

The Hidden World of Plant Roots - Part 2

14 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In part two of this Yara Crop Nutrition Podcast series, Dr. Rob Mikkelsen continues the exploration of root health, focusing on the role of key nutrie...

The Hidden World of Plant Roots - Part 1

07 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Roots are essential for nutrient and water uptake, but how do you know if your roots are healthy and functioning? In this part one of two episodes Dr....

Water Management, Critical for Plant Agronomics - Part 2

08 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Irrigation is crucial in optimizing crop growth, nutrient uptake, soil health, and overall plant health. Part two of a two-part episode discusses the ...

Water Management, Critical for Plant Agronomics - Part 1

01 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Irrigation is crucial in optimizing crop growth, nutrient uptake, and overall plant health. In this part one of a two-part episode, we will explore th...

Post-Harvest Nutrition Strategies for Better Crop Yields

24 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Yara Crop Nutrition Podcast, Yara Regional Sales Manager and grower, Peter DeBoer, helps us understand the critical role of pos...

Boosting Yield with Nitrogen and Sulfur Synergy

10 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this encore episode, we revisit a crucial conversation from 2020 on the importance of nitrogen and sulfur in crop nutrition and how they work toget...

Precision Phosphorus: Enhancing Crop Health and Yield

27 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to this special throwback episode of the Yara Crop Nutrition Podcast! We're revisiting a classic episode from 2019, which is part of a series ...

Biostimulants vs. Traditional Inputs: What Growers Need to Know

13 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Biostimulants are a growing trend in agriculture, with their use rapidly increasing worldwide, but there are still some questions about how they pla...

VIDEO PODCAST: Promoting Root Health with Plant Nutrition

06 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This video conversation discusses the influence of plant nutrition on root health. Dr. Rob Mikkelsen emphasizes the importance of roots and how the...

VIDEO PODCAST: Nitrate or Ammonium Nutrition - Does it Matter?

30 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this video episode of the Yara Crop Nutrition Podcast, Dr. Rob Mikkelsen, Director of Agronomy for Yara in North America, delves into the crucial ...

VIDEO PODCAST: Promoting Root Health with Plant Nutrition

23 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Dr. Rob Mikkelsen  teaches us about the fascinating and often overlooked world of root health and its crucial role in plant nutritio...

Boost Your Citrus Crop: Expert Tips on Micronutrient Management

16 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Yara Crop Nutrition Podcast we talk with citrus growing expert John Martzen and Yara Sales Agronomist, Vanessa Dominguez, about...

Building a Sustainable Food System Together

24 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this Yara Crop Nutrition Podcast episode, Dr. Isaac Mpanga, Yara's Sustainable Food Solutions Director, discusses the importance of sustainable foo...

New Incubator Farm: Towards a Nature-Positive Dairy Production

18 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We're excited to announce the launch of their sixth incubator farm in North America near Livingston County, New York, focused on improving forage qual...

Maximize Citrus Yield with Potassium!

11 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This episode of the Yara Crop Nutrition Podcast focuses on the vital role of potassium in citrus production and how it can boost yields. Potassium is ...

Sustainable Farming and Water Management

04 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we're thrilled to welcome Tobin Stetson, a seasoned professional with a rich civil engineering and soil conservation background, who ...

Yara's Incubator Farm Network: Part 5 - Rice

28 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This is the 5th and final episode in a series of episodes dedicated to a network of incubator farms that Yara North America. These farms are dedicated...

Yara's Incubator Farm Network: Part 4 - Potato

21 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We are in the forth episode in a series of episodes dedicated to a network of incubator farms that Yara North America is using to find innovative ways...

Yara's Incubator Farm Network: Part 3 - Grains

14 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We are in the third episode in a series of episodes dedicated to a network of incubator farms that Yara North America is using to find innovative ways...

Yara's Incubator Farm Network: Part 2 - Almonds

07 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this part 2 of our Incubator Farm series, Devin Clarke, takes us to the Yara Almond Incubator Farm in Modesto, California, a pioneering site in the...

Yara's Incubator Farm Network: Part 1 - Soil Health

30 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This is the first in a series of episodes focused on the five incubator farms that Yara is managing in North America.  Launched in 2019, the Yara Inc...

Can Soil Be as Essential as the Air We Breathe?

23 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How important is the thin layer of crust on earth that we call soil? Dr. Rob Mikkelsen, Yara North America's Director of Agronomy, and soil science ex...

Current Events in Ag: What We Need to Know

19 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Yara Crop Nutrition Podcast is a little different.  We talk with Taylor Chalstrom, the dynamic managing editor of My Ag Life a...

Unlocking Nitrogen Use Efficiency

05 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Jim Camberado discusses nitrogen use efficiency in crop production. Dr. Camberado shares his experience working with crops such as corn, soybean...

Sustainable Wine Growing: The Future?

27 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What does it take to grow the perfect grape? Find out in today's episode with Stan Grant, a vineyard specialist with decades of experience in the gr...

pH Puzzle: Understanding and Combatting Soil Acidification

30 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In recent years, we have seen a rise in soil acidification.  Today's episode discusses the causes, signs, and effects of soil acidification, as wel...

Ashes to Agriculture: The Ancient Roots of Potash

23 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This episode explores the history, development, and sustainability of the potash industry. We are joined by Dr. Davide Ciceri, who currently leads inn...

Safety First: Navigating the Complexities of Liquid Fertilizer Blending

10 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, the hosts discuss the benefits and challenges of using liquid fertilizers. Dr. Karl Wyant, Director of Agronomy at Nutrien, and Dr. R...

How can Foliar-Applied Nutrition help with Water Usage?

19 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In the dynamic world of crop production, staying ahead means understanding not just the 'how' but the 'why' behind effective agronomics. And that's ex...

Beyond the Basics: Furthering the 4Rs of Nutrient Stewardship

05 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

How can furthering the practices of the 4R nutrient management, transform not only agricultural productivity but also contribute significantly to envi...

Green to Arid: An Irish Soil Scientist's Global Odyssey

28 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is a part 2 from last week, where Dr. Rob Mikkelsen met up with some notable soil scientists at the American Society of Agronomy conferen...

From Pampas to Progress: Argentina's Agricultural Innovations

14 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Rob Mikkelsen recently attended the American Society of Agronomy Conference. He reunited with many of his colleagues and we have the chance to bri...

The Art of Fertility: Best Practices in Dairy Crop Nutrition

07 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Yara Crop Nutrition podcast, we delve into the world of crop management and dairy operations with guests Emmaline Long from Yar...

From Field to Future: Cutting Emissions Without Cutting Corners

26 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Yara's Crop Nutrition Podcast, Scott and Dr. Rob Michelson discuss the Canadian government's mandate to reduce fertilizer-relat...

The Science Beneath Your Feet: Unearthing Nitrogen's Impact on Agriculture

20 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, we dive into the fascinating world of soil science and agronomy with Dr. Newell Kitchen, who has recently published an eye-openin...

Unlock the Mystery: Why Different Soil Labs Give Different Results!

12 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we're excited to welcome Dr. Grant Cardon, a professor and Extension Soils Specialist at Utah State University's Department of Plants...

Turning the 4Rs of Nutritent Stewardship to an 11!

06 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We recently did a podcast episode on the creation of the 4Rs of Nutrient stewardship with Dr. Paul Fixen.  This was a simple to understand management...

Bee Buzz: Cultivating Profits with Pollinators

29 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today we are diving into a fascinating topic that is both crucial to modern agriculture and a wonder of the natural world – bees. These tiny yet mig...

Fertility Unleashed: Mastering Apple Nutrient Balance and Growth

22 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Yara Crop Nutrition Podcast, we will explore apple fertility, focusing on the key nutrients that are essential for optimal grow...

How the 4Rs Reshape Nutrient Management: A History

15 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's been 11 years since the 4R Plant Nutrition manual was published, setting out a framework for the stewardship of plant nutrients agreed to by soil...

Sustainable Turf: Balancing Playability and Soil Health on Sports Turf

08 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In the realm of professional sports, the meticulous care of sports turf fields sets the stage for exceptional athlete performance. Unlike traditional ...

Sulfur's Role in Complete Crop Nutrition

01 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today Dr. Rob Mikkelsen talks about the pivotal role sulfur plays within plants, its intricate relationship with other nutrients, notably nitrogen, an...

The Power of Soil Health: Unraveling Testing Methods

25 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a special episode of the Yara Crop Nutrition Podcast! Soil health seems to be ubiquitous in our agronomic discussions today. Soil health ha...

Can We Overthink Our Soil Biology?

18 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever wondered if the buzz around soil biology and its impact on soil health is grounded in scientific evidence or just exaggerated hype? Well...

Regenerative Farming: How Burroughs Family Farms Defines Sustainability and How They are Finding Success

18 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, we are excited to explore the topic of regenerative farming.  We are delighted to have a special guest, Benina Montes with Burrou...

Visualizing Success: How Imagery is Helping Farmers Improve Yields and Profits

11 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we explore the use of aerial imagery in modern agriculture. The episode covers different types of aerial imagery available to farmers...

Growing Strong: The Intersection of Plant Nutrition and Disease Management in Crop Production

04 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, we'll be exploring the fascinating relationship between proper plant nutrition and disease and pest management. We all know that a...

Fertilizers and the Environment: Minimizing Scope 3 Emissions through Sustainable Practices

28 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It has been estimated that fertilizers contribute to about half of global food production.  However, these same fertilizers can be responsible for gr...

Sowing the Seeds of Profit: A Podcast on Cover Crops, Sustainability, and Soil Health

18 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we discuss the benefits of cover crops in terms of sustainability, profitability, and soil health. We explore the ROI of cover crops ...

What to Expect in the Future of Agriculture - An Expert's View

04 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In our last podcast, we looked back in history with a couple Ag Leaders, Dr. Bill Easterwood and Dr. Steve Petrie. In this episode, we speak with Bri...

A Retrospective of Crop Nutrition from Two Great Yara Teammates

20 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

One of Yara's goals is to grow the knowledge of our community.  Today we are fortunate to talk with Dr. Bill Easterwood and Dr. Steve Petrie.  Both ...

How to Interpret a Soil Analysis Lab Report and What do You Do With That Information

06 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This is the fourth episode in a series that will help us understand soil analysis and how it can be beneficial as you create a complete nutrition plan...

Soil Analysis - Lab Considerations and Analytical Processes

29 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This is the third episode in a series that will help us understand soil analysis and how it can be beneficial as you create a complete nutrition plan....

What You Need to Know When You Are Taking Soil Samples

22 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This is part 2 of our soil analysis series. In this episode, we discuss when, where and how to take soil samples that you will send to the lab. We dis...

The History and Future of Phosphorus for Plants

25 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Rob Mikkelsen, Yara North America's Director of Agronomic Services, helps us understand the origin of using phosphorus for plants and how this has...

Is There Value in Soil Analysis?

18 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We have stated that soil analysis should be your baseline & starting point for developing a good nutrition plan for your crops.  Is this still the ca...

Overcoming Disruptions in Agriculture

27 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

There are many variables in farming.  Distruptions are a challenge that growers are atuned to recognizing and making decisions that can minimize the ...

The Importance of Post Harvest Irrigation with Almonds

13 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Permanant Crop Manager, Devin Clarke, talks about the importance of post harvest irrigation on almonds relative to carbohydrate production and storage...

What's Happening on our Incubator Farm in Saskatchewan, Canada?

30 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Crop Manager Delaine Mandziak, gives us an update on the activities on one of our four North America Incubator Farms.  Listen to our introduction to ...

Biofortification - How Can We Make Foods More Nutritious?

23 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

One in three people in the world suffer from a tragic condition called hidden hunger.  Hidden hunger is when a person might appear healthy but their ...

What's Happening at our Alabama Incubator Farm?

16 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Trey Cutts, Market Development Manager for Yara North America, gives us an update on the 80-acre incubator farm we are working in Auburn, Alabama....

Evolution and Learnings of Citrus Agronomics

09 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Bill Easterwood, Kelsay Gunthorp and Richard Newman help us understand citrus nutrition, how to manage HLB and some of the new research that has b...

Incubator Farm Update: Columbia Basin

02 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Erika Wagner, Yara Crop Manager, updates us on the 130-acre Columbia Basin Incubator Farm focused mainly on potato. She discusses the weather challeng...

Almond Incubator Field Update - What are We Learning in 2022?

26 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Into our third full year at our Modesto, California Incubator Farm, Devin Clarke, Crop Manager, stops by to give us an update on what we are learning....

Support Alfalfa Recovery with the Right Nutrition

19 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Alfalfa is an important crop for us: grown on an extimated 74 million acres world-wide.  North America is the highest producer, representing 41% of t...

VIDEO PODCAST: How to Take Soil Samples

07 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Sales Agronomist, Brady Stover 'tees-up' all the tips and tricks that he's learned over the years for pulling soil samples - from transport...

Another Incubator Farm in Washington Focused on Potatoes

24 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Yara has added a fourth incubator farm to our North America efforts to collaborate and learn.  This one is located in the Columbia Basin in Washingto...

The Future of Farming and Food Production

17 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Agriculture is a dynamic business.  Food security and farming sustainability are key for our growing population and issues with inputs. What should w...

VIDEO PODCAST: How Cool is Too Cool for Fertilizer Applications?

10 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Yara's Sales Agronomist Brady Stover takes advantage of a warm day to drop the top and hit the field. Find out what you need to consider wh...

Carbon Farming - Is it Right For Your Farm?

03 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we play the introduction to a new podcast, Carbon Farming Podcast, a podcast produced by Agoro Carbon Alliance. Agoro Carbon Alliance...

VIDEO PODCAST: Soothe Your Crop with Magnesium

26 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In the final video of our nutrient series, Yara's Sales Agronomist Brady Stover comes clean on the use of magnesium in crops.

How Does your Soil Ph on Turf Affect Nitrogen Use?

19 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

When managing your turf nutrition program, it is important to know your soil Ph.  This will help you determine the correct 4Rs for your comprehensive...

VIDEO PODCAST: The Wonders of Boron

12 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this video podcast, Yara Sales Agronomist Brady Stover, explains the importance of Boron in crop Nutrition.

Mythbusting: Are Organic Fertilizers Used More Efficiently by Plants

05 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Rob Mikkelsen, Yara's Director of Agronomic Services, joins us again to bust a common myth that organic fertilizers are preferred by plants. To l...

VIDEO PODCAST: Penny For Your Thoughts?

29 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

When we think of pennys, we typically think of copper, but in the last 40 years, Zinc has been the main ingredient in manufacturing US pennys.   In t...

How Can we Improve Efficiencies and Maintain On-Farm Profitability?

22 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

2022 is another challenging year for farms.  Input costs are rising and availability might be limited.  As we look to be more efficient with these ...

Get the Most Out of Your Iron Applications on Turf

15 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We recently received a comment and question on our podcast web page that had to do with how Iron (Fe) interacts with turf and how it can help with gre...

Mythbusting: Are We Losing Fertilizer to Atmosphere and Leaching?

08 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Here is a statement that I read on the internet recently, "...while fertilizers make crops grow better and faster, half of the fixed nitrogen we add i...

VIDEO PODCAST: From ULSD to Better Bread

01 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Yara's Sales Agronomist Brady Stover explains how Ultra-Low Sulfur Diesel has impacted the availability of sulfur fertilizer and discusses ...

Mythbusting: Are Mineral Fertilizers Poisoning the Soil?

22 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Rob Mikkelsen insists that good science rules the day.  We look at the statement that mineral fertilizers are poisoning the soil and reduce agri...

VIDEO PODCAST: A Recipe Your Crop Will Love: Potassium

15 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 3 of this VIDEO PODCAST, Yara's Sales Agronomist in the Pacific Northwest, Brady Stover, provides insight on the origins of potassium.  He...

Mythbusting: Mineral Fertilizers are Not Natural

08 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Should we be afraid of sythetic fertiilzers?  Are synthetic fertilizers bad for us? Dr. Rob Mikkelsen, Yara's Director of Agronomic Services, helps u...

VIDEO PODCAST: Your crops have an apatite... for Phosphorus

01 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In our second installment of the video podcast series, Yara's Sales Agronomist in the Pacific Northwest, Brady Stover, tests out an unconventional hea...

Soil Microbes Are Key For Drought Management

25 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Drought in the western United States will continue to be a problem in 2022.  What are your strategies for improving water productivity?  In this epi...

VIDEO PODCAST: Where Does Nitrogen Come From

18 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Yara Sales Agronomist, Brady Stover, explains that our air is 78% nitrogen but our plants cannot use it.  Why?  He explains the industrial process t...

Management Decisions Relative to Record High Fertilizer Prices

23 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Why are the prices so high and limited availability?   How can we maximize our economic yeilds? Yara's Dr. Rob Mikkelsen and Chris Gallo join to disc...

Do Synthetic Fertilizers Hurt our Soils?

09 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In modern farming we need to use synthetic fertilizers in order to grow enough food for our world's population.  Are these fertilizers healthy of our...

Sulfur's Role in Plants

26 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Sulfur is a constituent of amino acids in plant proteins and is involved in energy-producing processes in plants.  Sometimes a deficiency can be mist...

What Can We Learn About Crop Nutrition in a Drought?

05 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Extremely dry conditions in 2021 at our Saskatoon, Canada incubator farm were looking grim for the research we were conducting.  15% of the average r...

Reduced Water? How to Improve your Water Use Efficiency

28 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Rob Mikkelsen, Yara's Director of Agronomic Services, helps us understand the interdependence of water, soil and nutrients.  Can a better managem...

Nitrogen Use Efficiency - Why Should We Care?

14 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Nitrogen is a very important nutrient for growing crops and can be one of the most expensive inputs.  Using this valuable input efficiently can help ...

Ep 5 on Drought Tools: Reducing Drought Stress with Healthier Soils with Dr. Karl Wyant

31 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

There is a connection between microbiomes, soil health/structure, and drought resilience.  Dr. Karl Wyant, VP of Ag Science at Heliae Agriculture hel...

What is this Carbon Marketplace We Keep Hearing About?

03 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Everywhere you turn, you bump into talk about carbon market, carbon footprint, carbon credits, etc.  What does all this mean and why is it important ...

Helping Our Plants During Heat Stress

06 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The Pacific Northwest and many other areas are experiencing record high temperatures.  How does heat stress and water stress affect plants?  What ca...

EP 4 Drought Tools - Sebastian Braum

29 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The days of limitless water are far behind us. Dr. Sebastian Braum joins Yara's Dr. Rob Mikkelsen to discuss how water is the number one driver of gro...

EP 3 Drought Tools - with Dr. Tim Ellsworth

22 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Tim Ellsworth is a professor at West Hills College in California.  He has many years experience working as a soil scientist with the USDA and ove...

Don't Treat Your Soil Like Dirt Part 2

15 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Soil structure and health is critical growers to improve crop productivity and sustainability.  Dr. Karl Wyant, VP of Ag Science at Heliae Agricultur...

EP 2 Drought Tools - Strategies for Management

08 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Richard Kreps and Robert Smith, UltraGro, both consult with growers in California but are also growers themselves.  They help uncover some great stra...

EP 1 Drought Tools - How Bad is the Drought in the Western US in 2021?

02 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

2021 looks like it might be a continuation of one of the worst geographical droughts in the last 20 years. 80% of the Western U.S. in drought and near...